Senior 3D Animator
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About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and creative Senior 3D Animator to join their fully remote team. This position is key to bringing characters and environments to life through stunning visual storytelling. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality animations that meet project milestones and artistic vision, working collaboratively with a distributed team of artists and directors. This is a unique chance to contribute your expertise from anywhere, leveraging cutting-edge technology and an inspiring creative process within the KwaZulu-Natal arts and entertainment landscape, but with the flexibility of a remote-first role.
Key Responsibilities
- Animate characters, creatures, and objects with a strong sense of performance, timing, and appeal.
- Collaborate closely with the art director and animation supervisor to achieve the desired artistic style and quality.
- Develop and refine animation rigs and tools to improve workflow efficiency.
- Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to junior animators.
- Troubleshoot and resolve animation-related technical issues.
- Ensure all animations are optimized for performance and integrate seamlessly into the production pipeline.
Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in 3D character animation for film, TV, or games.
- Expert proficiency in animation software such as Maya, Blender, or 3ds Max.
- A strong understanding of anatomy, posing, weight, and motion principles.
- Demonstrated ability to create compelling and believable character performances.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.
- A portfolio showcasing exceptional animation skills and artistic range.
Benefits
- Highly competitive salary for a remote position.
- Opportunity to work on exciting, visually rich projects from the comfort of your home.
- Access to industry-leading software and potential hardware stipends.
- Flexible work hours to accommodate different time zones.
- Professional development and growth opportunities within a leading digital studio.
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